Do you really want that?...

Okay, so imagine this...

You're to that point where you're eating great, no bad stuff, and you're even physically active like a good, healthy, human being. Then comes a wild Hungry Howie's Pizza - and you can even eat some for free! Ohhhh, the choices!!

     At this point, there are a few factors knocking at your front door, including, but not limited to:

• The sweet taste of temptation 
• The future condition of your intestinal system being that of a semi hitting it
• Ruining your healthy streak in one cheese-crusted, processed bite
• The internal moral dilemma of setting an example for those around you
• The overall failed & crushed feeling of failing to everyone else that you couldn't stay strong
• The fact that you haven't had something that "great" tasting in what feels like an eternity

     The fact of the matter is, you know that this one piece, which also may turn into 2,3,4,or 5 pieces, is going to put yourself into a train-wreck of emotional shambles, imprisoned on temptation island, shackled by the chains of failure that's tied to the wall of disappointment. Yes, I'm aware that the aroma of fresh pizza is almost as enticing as eternal life, but how about the after processes of misery? This is honestly, the true test of internal strength that you embody. Resist this immense temptation and you will feel so rewarded and accomplished instantly! Once you resist something a
s big as that mountain, resisting these processed treats will get exponentially easier in the future. Test yourself, but don't ever fail yourself. If you put all this effort into your healthy schedule already, why would you throw it all away, and start over in 3 seconds?? Think about it, it doesn't make sense does it?

     Besides, there plenty of other things that are sweet and better for you. Not only will you feel better, but your body will too. What did cavemen eat for sweets way back in the day?... doughnuts? Nope, try again. They ate what grew, berries, sweeter vegetables, etc. They didn't have processed garbage like we do -how lucky were they?!

It all really comes down to being true to yourself. If you turn the other cheek, the only person you're failing is yourself. You can't lie to yourself, and why would you? Be strong and put in the effort, and you'll see the benefits & results you're looking for. Period.

Sincerely,

A Dreaming Dietitian